A North Carolina woman was killed Monday morning in a multi-vehicle crash on Interstate 20 in Aiken County, according to the Aiken County Coroner's Office.
The accident occurred at approximately 7:45 a.m. near mile marker 22. Authorities reported that three vehicles were involved in the collision, resulting in one confirmed fatality and two injuries.
Emergency responders from the Aiken County Fire Department and Aiken County EMS arrived at the scene to provide medical aid. Two individuals were transported to a local hospital for treatment, their conditions remain unspecified.
The eastbound lanes of Interstate 20 were closed for over two hours as crews worked to clear the wreckage. The South Carolina Highway Patrol is investigating the incident, and details regarding the cause of the crash are still forthcoming.
Authorities urge motorists to exercise caution in the area while they conduct the investigation and assist with clearing the roadway.